Strikes are a regular occurrence in Europe, as employees withhold their labour to fight for better pay and conditions.
03.01.2024 - 14:39 / forbes.com
Wellness trends evolve year after year—which is pretty good news if you’re tired of shivering in a cold plunge, sipping chalky collagen drinks, or shelling out for yet another CBD gummy in hopes it dissolves your stress. Wellness trends in 2024 offer fresh ways to reinvigorate your routine. So what will be hot in the wellness world this year?
To find out, I asked more than 260 experts to share their predictions for the biggest wellness trends of 2024. Many of their answers pointed to the rise of AI in the wellness world, offering more precision for our nutrition and fitness routine. Others shined a light on culturally-infused wellness practices that people are focusing on, like Peruvian spiritual cleansing. Whichever resonates with you, these wellness trends can help you break out of the same-old routine and try something new.
Here’s a look at the top 10 wellness trends for 2024, according to leading experts.
“I’m seeing a huge increase in interest from the wellness community in the vagus nerve and how simple stimulation of this cranial nerve can counteract the fight-or-flight response in our body. It’s a crucial player in connecting our brains to our bodies. Simple stimulation of this nerve through deep breathing, mindfulness, and even humming or laughing has been shown to calm the body after the fight-or-flight response is triggered by the sympathetic nervous system and leave you with a sense of calm,” said Kelly Smith, yoga and meditation teacher, founder of Yoga For You, and creator of the “Mindful in Minutes” meditation journal. “This wellness trend is growing so quickly that the hashtag ‘vagus nerve stimulation’ has been viewed over 55 million times on TikTok.”
“The number one reason people want to travel next year is to rest and recharge—and that’s no surprise to us given our guests’ increased interest in holistic wellness. There is not only a growing number of wellness-oriented travelers today, but also an expanded definition of ‘wellness.’ We anticipate sleep tourism—people seeking out experiences like sleep-focused spa treatments, products like the Tempo by Hilton’s ‘power down’ amenities, and trips and accommodations centered around sleep—to gain momentum as a wellness trend in 2024,” said Amanda Al-Masri, vice president of wellness at Hilton.
“A wellness trend we're seeing and certainly encouraging in 2024 is what we Italians call dolce far niente, or the sweetness of doing nothing,” said Andrea Quadrio Curzio, co-founder of QC Spa of Wonders, which offers 12 destination spas and seven wellness resorts around the world. “As a society, we're overstressed, over-scheduled, and overtired, leaving little room for joy and wonder, or open-ended self-care. But we've begun seeing the pendulum swing
Strikes are a regular occurrence in Europe, as employees withhold their labour to fight for better pay and conditions.
International tourism will rise by 15% in 2024 from last year, according to data shared by United Nations World Tourism Organization Friday. In fact, it will also exceed 2019 levels by 2%.
For frequent flyers the varying amount of legroom on airplanes can be difficult to navigate. A recent study analyzed the amount of available legroom on varying airlines’ most popular routes, and ranked them in order of most legroom to least legroom. The clear winner was JetBlue while Frontier Airlines and Spirit Airlines tied in 7th place, according to the study from Upgraded Points. The full ranking for the airline seat legroom is:
Strikes are a regular occurrence in Europe, as employees withhold their labour to fight for better pay and conditions.
It’s a new year, but when it comes to world-class food and drink, it’s still the same ol’ London. Meaning there's no Shoreditch—err...shortage of options across this perennially dynamic cityscape. With literally thousands of restaurants and bars worth exploring, there’s obviously no way we can include everything on one measly list. So the task here is to highlight some places that are doing something especially awesome this winter season. Whether you’re in town for a short stay, or a longtime local, check out what’s on below and you’re certain to be satisfied.
TTC Tour Brands’ various tour operators are offering up to 25 percent savings on a variety of trips around the world with its annual 2024 Big Tour Sale, going on now through February 15, 2024, and available on each tour operator's website.
The Mediterranean has long been a region of ancient history, incredible cultures and delicious cuisines. The countries surrounding the sea from which the region gets its name offers diverse opportunities for exploration, for every type of travel style.
The passport you hold is a powerful tool when it comes to effortlessly visiting countries around the world.And some passports provide far more access than others, according to the Henley Passport Index.The just-released 2024 index shows that for the first time in 19 years of producing the ranking, six countries are tied for the top spot of having the most powerful passports.The countries leading the ranking are France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Singapore, and Spain—meaning citizens from all of these countries are able to visit 194 destinations around the world either visa-free or by obtaining a visa-on-arrival.The Henley Passport Index is the only ranking of its kind and is developed based on exclusive data from the International Air Transport Authority (IATA). The index compares 199 different passports and 227 different travel destinations.While Japan and Singapore have made it into the number one slot for the past five years running, according to CNN, the European countries that are now also ranked number one on the list is a new development.
Set between the Vanoise National Park and the Italian border, Bessans is a small resort with a big reputation. Its large, flat, high-altitude plateau has become something of a hub for Nordic skiers, the terrain perfectly primed for cross-country. Not only does the resort offer over 83 miles of dedicated cross-country routes, Bessans is also home to the Haute Maurienne Vanoise International Biathlon Centre (MHVIBC), a modern stadium dedicated to one of today’s fastest-growing winter sports. Combining cross-country skiing and rifle shooting, modern biathlon has developed from a Norwegian military training exercise to one of the most popular winter sports, with 11 dedicated Winter Olympic events ranging from sprints to group relays.
A Filipino woman was initially rejected for a Schengen visa, but she was successful in her reapplication because she showed them proof she was set to attend a Taylor Swift concert in Asia, according to the travel blog View from the Wing.
Strikes are a regular occurrence in Europe, as employees withhold their labour to fight for better pay and conditions.
A passport is more than permission to travel across borders; holders of the world's most powerful passports have access to different ways of living that other passport holders do not. Heading into 2024, new data reveals not only the passports that give access to the most countries, but also where you might find a better quality of life.